Full‑time considered up to a maximum of 1.0 FTE (36.5 hours) Requests for flexible working options will be considered (subject to business need).
Grade 4 starting at £26,093 to £29,588 per annum, pro rata if part time. This role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route.
Contract Type
Permanent
About the role
The Finance Administrator is responsible for a range of financial accounting and reporting activities, including the monthly reconciliation of key control, investment, and loan accounts, and the investigation of significant balance‑sheet variances. You will support the preparation of the University’s annual financial statements and contribute to maintaining the financial integrity of donation and endowment balances by managing ledgers, preparing reconciliations, loading budgets, and responding to queries from Schools and the Development Office.
The post provides operational support across treasury management, including preparing the daily cash position, placing approved deals, processing bank payments, and maintaining account mandates with counterparties. It also offers cover for quarterly VAT returns and reviews overseas invoices for reverse‑charge requirements.
About you
The essential criteria require a self‑motivated individual with high service standards who is an effective communicator both orally and in writing, possesses strong analytical skills, and is open to continuous learning and self‑development. The role demands the ability to work accurately and efficiently under pressure, alongside strong interpersonal and team‑working skills, and confidence in using Excel.
Desirable criteria include being AAT qualified or working towards a CCAB accountancy qualification, having knowledge of the Higher Education sector and its funding arrangements, experience in reconciling control accounts, budget setting and monitoring, and working with large multi‑user accounting systems, as well as specific experience within Higher Education and accounting for endowments and donations.
The University of Sussex values the diversity of its staff and students, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
Visa Sponsorship Queries: This role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route.
The University requires that work undertaken for the University is performed in the UK.
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